Proverbs 18:16
18:16 A person’s gift makes room for him,
and leads him before important people.
Proverbs 19:6
19:6 Many people entreat the favor of a generous person,
and everyone is the friend of the person who gives gifts.
Proverbs 21:14
21:14 A gift given in secret subdues anger,
and a bribe given secretly subdues strong wrath.